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Awesome Apples for Autumn!

Especially high in vitamin C, apples also provide vitamin A as a powerful antioxident to help resist infection and scavenge free radicals that cause inflammation. They also contain a significant amount of fibre which can help prevent absorbtion of of LDL (bad) cholesterol. Apples are a good source of B-complex vitamins such as riboflavin (vitamin B2), thiamin (vitamin B1), and pyridoxine (vitamin B6), which together release enzyme power to support metabolism and other vital functions inside the body.

Other minerals in apples include iron, copper, zinc, phosphorus, calcium and potassium, which are important components in helping to control heart rate and blood pressure. All these things and more explain why apples can legitimately be called a "super food". That said Apples are one of the most pesticide-contaminated foods in the produce section, so it's best to buy them organic where possible.